Program

Empire State Fellows Program

Organization

New York State Government

Opportunity Type

Fellowship

About the Program

Governor Cuomo invites mid career professionals interested in public service to apply to the Empire State Fellows Program. The Empire State Fellows Program is a full-time leadership training program that will prepare the next generation of talented professionals for careers as New York State policy-makers.

At the end of the fellowship, a performance review process will identify fellows that will be given the opportunity to continue to serve as leaders in New York State government after completing the program.

Governor Cuomo will appoint each Empire Fellow to work directly with a Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, or other high-level policy maker. Work assignments will offer Fellows unparalleled experience collaborating with senior officials and participating in the policy-making process. While taking part in the work of government, Empire Fellows will participate in educational and professional development programs that will help them to serve as effective and ethical government leaders.

The Empire State Fellows Program is designed to attract talented professionals with demonstrated leadership potential who want to refocus their careers on public service. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their academic and professional experience, demonstrated leadership potential, commitment to public service, communication skills, and creativity.

Applicants who are members of groups underrepresented in policy-making roles in New York State government, which include but are not limited to Black, Hispanic, Asian and Pacific Islander persons; women; persons with disabilities; and gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender persons, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Program Location

Albany , NY

Program Start

September 2013

Program End Date

September 2015

Application Deadline

April 12, 2023

Paid?

Pay Rate

Description

Professionalism:

• Creativity and strong leadership potential
• Excellent analytical and evaluative skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, efficiency and flexibility
• Ability to establish priorities, plan, coordinate and monitor work
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team
• Ability to identify issues, recognize best practices, formulate options and make recommendations

Experience:

• A minimum of three (3) years of full-time, professional work experience
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Managerial experience is a plus
• Applicants may come from all professional backgrounds

Open to residents of:

Open to students attending school in:

Degree Programs

• Master’s Degree (M.A./M.S./M.B.A.)
• Doctorate Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.D.S.)
• Law Degree (J.D.)

Citizenship

• U.S. Citizens

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